
Cyborg is the Bellator featherweight champion. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram
Unstoppable in MMA, Chris Cyborg claimed another victim in the PFL. This Saturday (13), in France, the Brazilian faced Sara Collins and confirmed her favoritism in a relaxed manner. In the cage, the legendary fighter finished the Australian and won the inaugural featherweight belt (up to 65,8 kg) of the company.
Interestingly, this was only the veteran's second submission victory in the sport, demonstrating her improvement in grappling. Furthermore, Cris ended the Australian's undefeated streak.
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Punishment and termination
In the first round, Cyborg displayed her aggressive striking skills and, being stronger, more experienced, and technically skilled, made Collins bleed. In the second round, Cyborg was aggressive at the start, but Collins quickly took her down. On the ground, Collins controlled Cyborg but didn't attack her. With the fight back on her feet, Cyborg took advantage of her strength and battered Collins with knees, straight punches, and crosses.
In the third round, Cyborg continued moving forward and landing powerful punches and kicks on Collins. Startled, Collins appeared hesitant. Even on the defensive, Collins took Cyborg down, but lost the position. Immediately, Cyborg took Collins' back and submitted her with a rear-naked choke.
Legendary Career
Chris CyborgThe 40-year-old is a legend in MMA and has collected numerous titles. Her resume includes belts from Bellator, Invicta, PFL, Strikeforce, and UFC. Accustomed to competing in high-profile fights, she has defeated Gina Carano and... Larissa pachecoNow, the veteran has challenged Dakota Ditcheva, a star of the company, and is trying to take her place. Ronda Rousey retirement.
Watch Cris Cyborg's submission of Sara Collins on PFL
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PFL Lyon results
Vadim nemkov derrotou Renan ferreira by finishing at 4m of R1
Chris Cyborg defeated Sara Collins by submission at 2:55 of round 3.
Patrick Habirora defeated Kevin Jousset by knockout at 2m42s of R1
Taylor lapilus defeated Liam Gittins by unanimous decision (29-28, 30-27, 30-27)
Baris Adiguzel defeated Dean Garnett by technical knockout at 0:44 of round 1.
Boris Mbarga Atangana defeated Guilherme Soares by submission at 2:35 of round 2.
Alex Chizov defeated Connor Hughes by knockout at 0:50 of round 3.
Gustavo Oliveira defeated Movsar Ibragimov by knockout at 34 seconds of round 2.
Sabrinna de Sousa defeated Paulina Wisniewska in a split decision (28-29, 29-28 x2)
Rayan Balbali defeated Levi Batchelor by split decision (28-29, 29-28, 30-27).



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